New training facility aims to upskill IT professionals and empower partners with hands-on cybersecurity expertise across India
Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced the launch of its new Authorized Training Center (ATC) in collaboration with SATCOM Infotech Pvt. Ltd. Based in Mumbai, the center demonstrates Sophos’ continued investment in enhancing partner and customer capabilities across India through hands-on cybersecurity training.
The Sophos ATC program is a global initiative that empowers select partners, distributors, and accredited training organizations to deliver official Sophos training and certification courses. These programs are designed to provide IT professionals with additional skills, strengthen partner capabilities, and ensure customers can effectively deploy and manage Sophos’ advanced cybersecurity solutions.
“With the launch of our ATC in Mumbai, we are taking a significant stride toward enabling the channel with deeper technical knowledge and hands-on training. Our partners are integral to our success, and this center will help them stay ahead of evolving threats, deliver greater value to their customers, and confidently implement Sophos’ solutions in diverse IT environments,” said Sunil Sharma, Vice President – Sales, India and SAARC, Sophos.
Key features of the Sophos ATC program:
- Expert-led instruction by Sophos-certified trainers with deep technical expertise
- Access to official Sophos training materials and virtual labs hosted in a secure environment
- A Train-the-Trainer certification model to maintain Sophos global training standards
- Ongoing program support, performance monitoring, and regular updates from Sophos
Through this initiative, SATCOM Infotechoffers Sophos certified training programs covering key Sophos technologies, including firewall and endpoint protection solutions. The programs are designed for various IT roles from security administrators to solution architects, ensuring that organizations can effectively secure their infrastructure.
Benefits for partners and customers:
- Easier access to official Sophos training and certification within India
- Upskilling opportunities to strengthen internal technical capabilities
- Enhanced market credibility through globally recognized Sophos certifications
Each enrolled participant will receive aSophostraining pack, which includes access to the latest course materials, virtual lab environments, and licensing to complete Sophos issued certification via the Sophos Training Portal. The Sophos ATC at SATCOM Infotech’s Mumbai office started on 8 July 2025, with upcoming sessions already open for registration.
